From Bonaire to Peru
When travelling from Bonaire to Peru: Some of your Bonaire plug types fit in Peru (A, B, C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (127V / 220V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Bonaire
PeruYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Type C
Fits
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Peru
Type A
Type B
Type C
3 of 4 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C, F • Peru: A, B, C
No fit for: F
Voltage: 127V / 220V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Peru
Peru is 230V/60Hz with Type A, B, and C sockets, unusual European voltage at North American frequency.
Grid & history
Hydropower from the Andes provides most of Peru’s electricity, supplemented by natural gas from the Camisea fields and growing solar in the south.
Availability
Reliable in Lima and major tourist areas. Rural Andean and Amazonian areas can see outages.
Sockets & hotels
Hybrid sockets accepting US flat pins (A/B) and European round pins (C) are common in modern buildings. The voltage caught some travellers out, it’s 230V despite the US-shaped plugs.
Energy mix
Hydropower is the largest source.
Practical tips
- US flat-pin plugs fit Peruvian sockets, but the voltage is 230V.
- A 110V-only US hair dryer plugged into a Peruvian outlet will burn out.
- Frequency is 60Hz, unlike most 230V countries.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Bonaire plug work in Peru?
- Partly. Some of your Bonaire plug types (Type A, Type B, Type C) fit Peru sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Peru use?
- Peru uses Type A, Type B, Type C. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Peru when travelling from Bonaire?
- Peru runs on 230V, while Bonaire uses 127V / 220V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Peru the same as Bonaire?
- Frequency in Peru is 60Hz, while Bonaire uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.